Procurement description
TfW are looking to appoint a contractor to deliver track, drainage and associated level boarding (TDLB) enhancements at a number of Core Valley Lines and Network Rail stations.
As part of the TfW Core Valley Line (CVL) Transformation works, there is a requirement to improve the train services by increasing the speed of trains, increasing the frequency and reliability of services and to improve the passenger experience by providing level boarding at stations. To achieve these improvements the network will require new track and drainage infrastructure and improved platforms. A summary of the Works to be constructed as part of the Contract Scope include:
Cathays LSI – Track Works
Caerphilly Station – Track and Level Boarding
Cardiff Central Station – Track Works
Danescourt Drainage
Mountain Ash to Fernhill Track Drainage
Various Buffer Stop Enhancements and Replacements
TfW intends to award further track, drainage and level boarding works through one of its live track contracts prior to the December 2026 timetable change, further details of which can be found in the ITT documents on etenderwales.